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RY57 VHG

2008 Seat Ibiza

Grey Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Nov 2020
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,716 mi
Last recorded127,716 miles
Recorded on8 May 2019
Typical for 2008 Seat Ibiza67,484 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY57 VHG
MakeSeat
ModelIbiza
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2019 127,716 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust system rusty

Fail 30 Apr 2019 127,563 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust system rusty

Pass 16 Mar 2018 123,360 miles

E M L on

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak ()

Fail 16 Mar 2018 123,360 miles

E M L on

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Oil leak ()

Pass 16 Feb 2017 116,590 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 114,787 miles

both offside tyres worn inner edges

Pass 31 Jan 2015 105,589 miles

off side rear tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 31 Jan 2014 94,872 miles

condensation on offside head lamp

Fail 31 Jan 2014 94,872 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

condensation on offside head lamp

Pass 19 Feb 2013 82,449 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2012 68,332 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2011 51,802 miles

Steel wheel fitted to n/s/r .

How Reliable is the Seat Ibiza?

Based on 3,964,856 MOT tests across 342,511 vehicles.

73.7%
Pass Rate
6,230
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
342,511
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 119,614
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 54,702
Stop lamp not working 50,601
position lamp(s) not working 45,153
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 43,548
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RY57 VHG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza in Grey with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2008 Seat Ibiza models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.5% with a typical mileage of 67,484 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Seat Ibiza fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 119,614 recorded failures. If you're considering buying RY57 VHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Seat Ibiza typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Seat Ibiza is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RY57 VHG registered?

RY57 VHG is a 2008 Seat Ibiza, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is RY57 VHG safe to buy?

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